Percy Jackson was walking back from Goode High School, tired and exhausted from a long day of school. After having fought the war with Kronos and gone on dangerous quests that almost got him killed, he just wanted to spend time with his girlfriend, Annabeth Chase, who was the bright daughter of Athena and Arhitect of Olympus, also a hero of Olympus. However, Annabeth was in California for an architectural competition, and although Percy was thrilled for her he was also quiet sad that she wasn't here with him, for he loved her with

all his heart.

Don't worry, he told himself. You can talk to her on FaceTime when you get home.

Percy forced himself a small smile before clumsily walking home. When he got there he greeted his mom with a hug as his awesome mother, Sally Jackson, had prepared him some delicious seven-layer dip to go along with carrots, one of Percy's favorite food combinations in the world. They sat down and talked about random stuff when in front of them an orange light appeared in front of them. Before they knew it the goddess Hestia materialized in front of them.

"Perseus, Sally ," she greeted them. "We have much to discuss".

"Hello Lady Hestia," Percy and Sally said simultaneously. Sally then offered Hestia a seat, which she gladly accepted. "So, what is it that you wanted to discuss with us?"

"Well," Hestia began, "it seems as though there has been much fighting between the Greek and Roman demigods, just like 2000 years ago". At this Percy and Sally slowly nodded, although they had no idea where this conversation was going.

"So in order to maintain peace between the Romans and Greeks, young Perseus will have to transfer from Goode High School to New Rome high school to finish out the school year and to befriend the Roman legionnaires," Hestia told them, unsure how they would react.

Percy was disappointed, to say the least. While he had many, many friends at Goode High, he only knew one person who went there, his cousin Jason, who he was great friends with. However, he understood that there was a rift between two schools that had to be fixed. Then, as if reading his thoughts Hestia said, "Your cousin Jason is transfering to Goode High School to do the same thing you are doing."

Percy's mood seemed to drop instantaneously. "Do not worry, Percy," Hestia told him. "The Romans aren't how you make them out to be. They are just very competitive, like you Greek demigods. They are a nice group of kids when you get to know them, and other than a stupid augur by the name of Octavian you will be well received."

Percy was relieved after Hestia told him this. Then Sally asked, "What about the tuition? Will I receive money back from Goode to…"

"Don't worry, the money situation will be covered," Hestia soothed her, and Sally relaxed. Then Hestia turned Percy. "I'm sure Principal Augustus will welcome you with open arms, unlike another principal I know."

Percy scowled. During his time at Goode, his principal was the resurrected "hero" Heracles. Although Percy grew up admiring him, he later learned he was a womanizer, jerk, and arrogant person who cheated his labors. Heracles, on the other hand, did not like being the "second most powerful demigod of all time". Thus, every time he saw Percy somewhere around he tried to make a mockery of him, to which people responded by giving him death glares, finally realizing Heracles's true colors.

Hestia continued. "I also wanted to let you know that another great force is stirring, as Gaea and the giants are rising again. I just wanted to let you guys know that Percy will play a key role in the war."

Percy and Sally shivered, knowing that this war would be even tougher than the Titan War, which the Olympians barely survived. A war with 30 foot giants and a primordial goddess? Forget it. "T-thank y-you for the warning, Lady Hestia."

"Please, just Hestia Sally," Hestia told her softly. "Anyway, I better get going to Olympus". She then said her goodbyes to the Jacksons and teleported back to Olympus.

That night, Percy lay restlessly in his bed. He had FaceTimed Annabeth earlier to let her know what happened, and she had taken the news surprisingly well. He asked her if anything would change between them, to which she smirked, "You honestly think I'll let your grade drop below a B+, Seaweed Brain? Never!" she feigned in mock horror. Percy proceeded to grumble about how his girlfriend expected for him to exceed in academics as a kid with dyslexia. But he then wished Annabeth the best of luck at her competition, and Annabeth blew him an air kiss for goodnight. He was extremely curious to meet the Romans, and was interested to see if they were at all like Hestia had made them out to be.